This outpost of the contemporary Scottsdale-based chain has a menu that's pan-Asian with a European twist and an American foundation. A great sushi bar and a huge aquarium anchor the interior. Dim lighting, blond wood tables and chairs and an open kitchen give the place a cool, contemporary, elegant feel. Standout dishes include sweet-chile-glazed salmon, lemongrass-crusted swordfish, macadamia nut chicken, meat loaf, double-cut pork chop, pesto linguine and pad thai.

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The Maui tacos ($8.25) at Kona Grill (16535 Southwest Freeway, 281-242-7000) come two to a plate. Each taco is rolled tightly in a flour tortilla, then cut diagonally for easy sharing -- that is, if you're dumb enough to share these...